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Hand, Wrist & Upper Extremity Insights
Injuries & Trauma
Injuries & Trauma insights
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Distal Radius Fractures: Understanding a Broken Wrist
A distal radius fracture affects the forearm bone near the wrist. Treatment depends on alignment, joint involvement, stability and the person’s needs.
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Hand and Finger Fractures: When Is Surgery Necessary?
The need for surgery depends on the fracture’s position, stability, joint involvement, rotation and effect on hand function.
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Complex Hand Trauma: When More Than One Structure Is Injured
Severe hand injuries often involve several tissues at once. Treatment protects life and the hand first, then rebuilds the structures that affect function.
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Complex Wounds of the Hand and Upper Extremity
A wound that exposes bone, tendon or hardware needs more than a covering. It needs a reasoned plan for blood supply, protection and function.
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